Archers Meadow is in Kendal and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA9 7DY is located in the Kendal Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Westmorland and Lonsdale. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Archers Meadow, Kendal, LA9 7DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LA9 7DY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 54% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 49.2% | 46% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LA9 7DY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.3% | 23.5% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.4% | 56.8% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 11.1% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 6.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.5% | 47.1% | -10.4% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 31% | 37.9% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 12.6% | 3.0% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.4% | 14.7% | 1.3% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 8.4% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 15.5% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 5% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.9% | 17.2% | -0.7% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 35% | 37% | 2.0% | 33.8% | 3.2% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.3% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.4% | 95.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 96.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 76.7% | 16.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Archers Meadow was 17.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.2% lower than the Kendal Castle average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Archers Meadow has the 19th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Kendal Castle and the 189th lowest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 Archers Meadow, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-05-01 | £192,533 |
| 53 Archers Meadow, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Detached, an established residential building | £426,000 | 2025-03-27 | £416,757 |
| 27 Archers Meadow, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-03-07 | £371,755 |
| 50 Archers Meadow, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2025-02-28 | £441,593 |
| 46 Archers Meadow, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-12-17 | £394,297 |
LA9 7DY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in LA9 7DY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendal Nursery School Brantfield , Queens Road LA9 4PH | 4out of 4 | 1,744 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Hill Primary School Hayfell Avenue , LA9 7JH | 3out of 4 | 363 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School, Kendal Hawesmead Avenue , LA9 5HB | - not rated | 1,158 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vicarage Park CofE Primary School Vicarage Drive , LA9 5BP | 3out of 4 | 1,189 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Park School Sedbergh Drive , LA9 6BE | 3out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stramongate Primary School Blackhall Road , LA9 4BT | 3out of 4 | 1,274 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkbie Kendal School Lound Road , LA9 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 545 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Katherine School Appleby Road , LA9 6PJ | 2out of 4 | 2,292 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendal College Milnthorpe Road , LA9 5AY | - not rated | 863 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Lakes Academy Riverside Centre , Yard 39 LA9 4ED | - not rated | 1,092 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandgate School Sandylands Road , LA9 6JG | 3out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Whinfell School 110 Windermere Road , LA9 5EZ | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Appletree School Natland , LA9 7QS | - not rated | 3,287 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bakestone | Abbot Hall, Kirkland | 547 yd | |
| No Hands Rest Coffee House | Unit 26 Riverside Place | 660 yd | |
| Kendal Leisure Centre | Kendal Leisure Centre, Burton Road | 752 yd | |
| Union Jack Cafe | 15 Kirkland | 882 yd | |
| Chef & Barrel | Castle Mills Business Park, Aynam Road | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finney's | Kendal Town Football Club, Parkside Road | 151 yd | |
| Netherfield Cricket Club | Netherfield Sports And Social, Parkside Road | 151 yd | |
| The Heron | Esthwaite Avenue | 758 yd | |
| Ring O' Bells | Ring O'Bells, Kirkland | 882 yd | |
| Alexander's | The Castle Green Hotel In Kendal, Castle Green Lane | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Fortune | 1 South Road | 755 yd | |
| British Raj | 76 Kirkland | 807 yd | |
| Santorino | 5 Kirkland | 882 yd | |
| Sizzle Inn | 187 Highgate | 948 yd | |
| New Fortune | 140 Highgate | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | Asda, Burton Road | 1,084 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Netherfield Cricket Club PARKSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 136 yd |
| Kendal Town Football Club KENDAL TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB KENDAL TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB PARKSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 176 yd |
| Heron Hill School HAYFELL AVENUE | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Kendall United Junior Football Club CASTLE DRIVE | grass pitches | 549 yd |
| Kirkbie Kendal School LOUND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 613 yd |
| Kendal Leisure Centre KENDAL LEISURE CENTRE KENDAL LEISURE CENTRE BURTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 672 yd |
| Kendal Snowsports Club CANAL HEAD NORTH | ski slopes | 878 yd |
| Castle Green Hotel CASTLE GREEN LODGE CASTLE GREEN LODGE CASTLE GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 914 yd |
| Wattsfield Playing Field ROMNEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 964 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 31.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.